Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Yahaya, has announced the appointment of Professor Muazu Shehu as the new Head of the Civil Service, effective immediately. This decision follows the retirement of Ahmed Abdullahi, who completed his mandatory 35 years in public service. The announcement was made by Ibrahim Njodi, the Secretary to the Government of Gombe, emphasizing the continuity in leadership within the state’s public sector.

The governor highlighted that Professor Shehu's appointment is a strategic move aligned with the administration's goals to enhance the efficiency of the state’s public service. Shehu is recognized not only for his extensive administrative experience but also for his strong academic background, indicating that he possesses the skill set required to navigate the complexities of public service reforms.

With the state's ongoing commitment to reform and improve service delivery, Shehu's leadership is expected to focus on implementing efficient practices within the Civil Service. The governor expressed confidence that the new Head of Service will bring about necessary changes to optimize the performance of Gombe State's public administration, fostering a culture of accountability and effectiveness in governance.